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James Bolton Gillespie, Jr.
Nov 19, 2016
Mr. James B. Gillespie, Jr., age 82, of Stockbridge, passed away on November 19, 2016. He was preceded in death by his parents, James B. and Helen Gillespie, Sr., children, James B. Gillespie, III and David P. Gillespie. He is survived by his children, Karen G. (Robert W.) Hatch of Jonesboro, Susan G. (Michael, Sr.) Peabody of MA; sister, Dorothy...
Salvatore Joseph Cali
Nov 18, 2016
Mr. Salvatore Joseph Cali, age 74, of Molena, passed away on November 18, 2016. He was retired from Delta Air Lines and was a Deacon at St. Peter the Rock Catholic Church. He was preceded in death by his wife; Mary Louise Cali. He is survived by his children, Emily Ann Page, Christine Marie Glenn, Joseph Walter Cali, Helen Joann...
Ronga Delane Miller
Nov 17, 2016
Mrs. Ronga Delane Miller, age 69, of McDonough, passed away on November 17, 2016. She is survived by her husband, Darl Miller; children, Tracy Gamble of McDonough, Darl (Amanda) Miller, Jr. of Locust Grove; brother, Michael Curtis (Debbie) Brown of Alfha, KY; grandchildren, Reece Gamble, Tanner Miller, Abigail Miller, Ryleigh Gamble, Zanah Gamble and Isabella Miller. A memorial serviced will...
Crystal Earl Berry
Nov 15, 2016
Mrs. Crystal Earl Berry age 72 of Hampton passed away November 15, 2016. Mrs. Berry was a member of Open Bible Baptist Church in Hampton. She is survived by children: Stephen Merrifield of Acworth, Tracey & Tony Waters of Hampton, and Robert & Kristy Hancock of FL; bother: Clifford & Barbara Neeley of AL; sister: Candice Reid of Hampton; 3...
Sarah Elizabeth Bachman
Nov 14, 2016
Sarah Elizabeth Bachman age 22 of Jonesboro formerly of Dallas, GA passed away November 14, 2016. Sarah was a 2012 Graduate of Paulding County High School. She lives on through the donation of her eyes. She is preceded in death by grandparents: Gerald Daniel, Eugene R. Bachman, Sr., Naomi Bachman, and uncle: Charles Stanley. She is survived by her father:...
Romona Dale Head
Nov 14, 2016
Romona Dale Head, age 65 of Jonesboro passed away November 14, 2016. She was employed by Clayton Co. School System, having worked in Food Service at Riverdale High School for 15 years, and loved her school. She was preceded in death by her parents: James E. and Maxine B. Massengale, and a brother: Billy Massengale. Surviving are her brother: James...
Grace Adams Bradley
Nov 14, 2016
Mrs. Grace Adams Bradley age 91 of McDonough passed away November 14, 2016. Mrs. Bradley is survived by her children: Darlene & Bruce Burton of Jonesboro, Marlene & Mark McKee of McDonough, Shirley & Mike Sutton of Jackson, and Sara Howell of Griffin; numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, and great great grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 11 AM, Wednesday,...
James F Porter
Nov 9, 2016
Mr. James F. Porter, age 82 of Jonesboro passed away November 9, 2016. Mr. Porter served in the Korean Conflict on the USS St. Paul from 1951-1955. He was preceded in death by his parents: Howell and Rosa Lynn Porter, siblings: Rosalind Porter, Rachel Higgins, Buddy Porter and Tommy Porter. Surviving are his wife: Nancy Porter, son: James Underwood and...
Wadelynn Dukes
Nov 8, 2016
Mrs. Evelyn Wadelynn Dukes, age 67, of Forest Park, passed away suddenly and was welcomed by Jesus and the Angels on November 8th, 2016. Mrs. Dukes was preceded in death by her parents: Wade Edward & Evelyn Bramlett and sister: Anna Patricia Isler. She is survived by the love of her life, her husband Tommy Dukes; children: Wade Malcom of...
Lt. Henry S. "Chick" Lee
Nov 4, 2016
Lt. Henry S "Chick" Lee age 93 of Jonesboro passed away November 4, 2016. Born January 29 1923 in Jonesboro to Willie and Kate Lee. Hired in 1959 as the 12th Clayton County Policeman. He served Clayton County for 30 years. He gave his life to Christ in 1948 and served Him the rest of his life. He was a...
George Nelson King
Nov 4, 2016
Mr. George Nelson King age 75 of Jonesboro passed away November 4th, 2016. Mr. King was a member of Salem Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his son: Mark Kevin King. He is survived by his wife: Gloria King; children: Jacqueline King of Marietta, and Ronald Gregory King of Jonesboro; 1 sister: Baloney King of Vinton, LA; 1...
Virginia "Leigh" Bryant
Nov 2, 2016
Mrs. Virginia Leigh Bryant age 30 of Newborn, formerly of Hampton passed away November 2, 2016. Mrs. Bryant was a member of First Baptist Church of Jonesboro. She is survived by husband: James "J.B." Bryant of Newborn; daughter: Emma Rose Bryant; parents: Don & Diane Christopher of Hampton; brother: Don "D.J." Christopher of Hampton; sister: Lauren Christopher of Hampton; brother-in-law:...
Dorothy Mae Palmer
Oct 30, 2016
Mrs. Dorothy Mae Palmer, age 92, of Jonesboro, passed away on October 30, 2016. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Jonesboro. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jeptha Ross Palmer, Sr.; siblings, Betty Tench and Bill Pitts. She is survived by her children, Linda (David) Kovaleski of Fayetteville, Rhonda (Dan) Cathy of Fayetteville, Pam (Scott)...
Ann Scott
Oct 30, 2016
Mrs. Ann Scott, age 78, of Rex, GA, passed away on October 30, 2016. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Kathy Elizabeth Brymer. Mrs. Scott is survived by her husband, Wilburn; sisters, Sally Black, Frankie (James) Lynch; grandchildren, Timothy Scott (Robin) Eagle, Shane (Nicole) Lunsford; great grandchildren, Gabriel Eagle, Samuel Eagle, Madison Lunsford, Noah Parnell, Sierra Ivey and...
Vecia Varnarelli Ham
Oct 30, 2016
Vecia Vernarelli Ham, age 100, passed away on Sunday, 30 October 2016, on her 100th birthday. Born in Black Diamond, WA, Mrs. Ham was married to John Wesley Ham, Jr., her recently departed husband of 69 years. Survivors include son, John Wesley Ham, III and wife, Pamela of Jonesboro, grandchildren, John William and wife, Allison, Caroline, and James; her daughter,...
Dorothy Hagan Vonkamp
Oct 28, 2016
Mrs. Dorothy Hagan VonKamp age 93 of Stockbridge passed away October 28, 2016. Mrs. VonKamp was a member of First Christian Church of Jonesboro. She is survived by her son: Steve Jones of Stockbridge; grandchildren: Lora Beck, Lindsey Turner & Cody Jones and 5 Great grandchildren. A graveside service will be held at 2 PM, on Tuesday, November 1st, 2016...
Kenneth Jones
Oct 26, 2016
Mr. Kenneth Paul Jones age 80 of Jonesboro, passed away October 26, 2016. Mr. Jones served in the US Air Force. He was a lifelong fan of baseball and nascar. He loved his job with Eastern Airlines and Allan Vigil Ford. He was preceded in death by parents: Charlotte & Cyril Jones. He is survived by wife: Grace Angela Jones...
Willie Jewell Murdoch
Oct 23, 2016
Mrs. Willie Jewell Murdoch age 104 of Jonesboro passed away October 23, 2016. Mrs. Murdoch is survived by children: Cecil & Evelyn Murdock of Jonesboro, Myron L. Murdock of Atlanta, Melvin E. Murdock of Union City, and Floyd L. & Joan Murdock of Kennesaw; 7 Grandchildren; and several great grandchildren & great great grandchildren. A graveside service will be held...
Albert (Al) Eugene Addington
Oct 22, 2016
Mr. Al Addington, age 72 of Jonesboro passed away Saturday, October 22, 2016. He is survived by his wife: Pat Addington, daughters: Cindy Rauchle and husband Raymond of Newnan, Tammy Doster of Jonesboro, and Amy Glass and husband Scott of Mansfield, brothers: James Lee Addington of Savannah and Donald Thurston Addington of Newnan, sister: Joyce Johnson of TN, 9 grandchildren...
Grace Allene Suder Porter
Oct 20, 2016
Mrs. Grace Allene Suder Porter, age 94, a loving, caring wife, mother, grandmother, friend and teacher will always be with us in our hearts - your family. Mrs. Porter passed away October 20, 2016 at her residence. A private service will be held at a later date.
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